Bosch WAS28461AU/01 User manual

Brand: Bosch

Model: WAS28461AU/01

Category: Washing machines

Type: User manual

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Programme ended when ...

... Start/Reload goes out and or (if  was

selected, no final drain/spin) is indicated on the display

panel, the buzzer sounds. Set the volume of the buzzer.

apage 6

Changing the programme ...

If you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:

 Reselect the programme.

 Select Start/Reload $.

Pausing the programme ...

 Touch the Start/Reload $ button.

 Follow the instructions in the display field: when  lights

up and appears in the display, the door can be

opened. If required, add /remove a laundry item; if

and are displayed alternately, the door cannot be

opened due to a high water level in the drum or a high

temperature.

 Touch Start/Reload $button to continue the

programme.

... or terminate the programme

Programmes with high temperature:

 Cool down laundry: Select Rinse/Freshen up 2.

 Select Start/Reload $.

Programmes at lower temperature:

 Select Drain > or Spin .

 Select Start/Reload $.

((Childproof lock)

Programme cannot be changed by accidental operation.

To activate the childproof lock:

 After the programme starts, press and hold the ( button for 5 seconds;

 Release when the ( symbol lights up.

When the programme ends, the Start/Reload $ indicator remains on to remind you to

deactivate the childproof lock.

( symbol flashes if the programme has been changed while childproof lock is activated.

To deactivate the childproof lock:

 Touch and hold the

( button until the ( symbol turns off;

 Release the button.

If the childproof lock is deactivated while the programme selector is in a different position

from when the childproof lock was activated*, the current programme will be halted.

Additional functions

See also Programme overview apage 7

Ĉ SpeedPerfect

For washing in a shorter time with a washing result

comparable to that of the standard programme.

ć EcoPerfect

For saving energy with a washing performance

comparable to that of the standard programme.

2 Extra Rinse

Additional rinse cycle. Prolonged programme duration.

For areas with very soft water or for further improving the

washing result.

7 Prewash

Activate prewash. For heavily soiled, hard-wearing

textiles, e.g. made of cotton or linen.

The additional function indicator light is on when this option is selected; if this option cannot

be selected for the programme, this is indicated by a short flashing of the light and an

acoustic signal.

$Start/Reload

To start or pause the programme.

Signals

Set to Â Press and

hold

1 step

clockwise

Button signals Information signals

Set volume* Set volume*1 step

clockwise

Set to Â

1. Start signal mode

2. Set volume for ...

Release

*If required, set repeatedly

1 step

clockwise

direct

Sorting and loading the laundry

Observe the care information provided by the manufacturer.

Sort the laundry according to the information on the care labels.

Sort the laundry according to type, colour, degree of soiling and

temperature.

Remove any foreign objects as there is a risk of rusting.

Do not exceed the maximum load. apage 7

Observe the instructions in the Important information section. apage 9

Load both large and small items of laundry.

Close the washing machine door. Take care not to trap any items of clothing

between the loading door and rubber seal.

Add detergent and care product

Add the appropriate amount according to:

Amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply

company) and manufacturers instructions.

Models without insert for liquid detergent: pour liquid detergent into an

appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.

During operation: close the detergent drawer.

Correct installation according to

separate installation instructions.

Check the machine

 Never switch on a damaged machine.

 Inform your after-sales service.

Insert the mains plug

With dry hands only.

Only hold the plug by the plug

body.

Turn on the tap

To achieve the labeling comsumption

values, two cycles of CottonsL 90 °C

programme without laundry are required

to be run at initial setup.

Note: This operation only needs to be

completed once.

Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener,

bleacher, stain remover

Your washing machine

Congratulations  You have opted for a modern, high-quality

domestic appliance manufactured by BOSCH. The washing machine

is distinguished by its economical use of water and energy.

Every appliance that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly

to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.

For further information about products, accessories, spare parts and

services, visit our website: www.bosch-home.com or contact our after-

sales service centres.

Environmentally friendly waste disposal 

All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with environmental

guidelines. This appliance is certified in accordance with European

Directive 2002/96/EEC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

(WEEE).

This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and

reuse of used appliances.

Intended use

Contents Page

ʋ Intended use ...................................................................................... 1

ʋ Programmes ...................................................................................... 1

ʋ Preparation ..................................................................................... 2/3

ʋ Setting and adjusting programmes ............................................... 3

ʋ Washing ........................................................................................... 3/4

ʋ Removing the laundry ...................................................................... 4

ʋ Display information, Options, Functions ................................... 5/6

ʋ Programme overview........................................................................ 7

ʋ Safety instructions .............................................................................. 8

ʋ Consumption values .......................................................................... 8

ʋ Important information ....................................................................... 9

ʋ Insert for liquid detergent.................................................................. 9

ʋ Care ...................................................................................................10

ʋ Information on the display panel...................................................10

ʋ Maintenance .....................................................................................11

ʋ What to do if .................................................................................... 12

ʋ Emergency release ..........................................................................13

ʋ Customer service ............................................................................13

Protection of the environment/Conservation tips

 Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of

laundry for the relevant programme.

 Do not use prewash when washing laundry that is soiled normally.

 Instead of the CottonsL90°C programme, select

Cottons L60°C with additional function ć Eco Perfect.

Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy

consumption.

 Dose detergent according to the manufacturers instructions

and water hardness.

 If the laundry is to be subsequently dried in a tumble dryer, select

a spin speed as specified by the dryer manufacturer.

Preparation

Before washing for the first time,

run a wash once without any laundry in the machine apage 9

Setting and adjusting programmes

Display panel/

Option buttons/

Additional functions

Programme selector Start/

Reload

Washing

Compartment ~ : Fabric softener, impregnating agent, starch

Compartment I: Detergent for prewash

ʋ For domestic use only.

ʋ For washing machine-washable fabrics in a detergent

solution.

ʋ To be operated with cold mains water and

commercially available low foam detergents and care

products which are suitable for use in washing

machines.

 Do not leave children unattended near the

washing machine.

 The washing machine is not to be used by

children or persons not familiar with the

operating instructions.

 Keep pets away from the washing machine.

Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.

This prevents blockages.

Display symbols

Display information

Before starting a programme, the max. load

for the selected programme is displayed

when the door is open. The remaining time

or finish-in time is displayed when the door

is closed.

*Display shown may vary depending on the

model and selected programme.

Option buttons

You can change the spin speed and temperature beforehand and while the selected programme is running. The effects

depend on the progress of the programme.

°C (Temp.)

You can change the indicated washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature that can be selected

depends on the programme that has been selected.

(Finish in)

When you select a programme, the respective programme duration is displayed. You can delay the start of the

programme before it begins. The finish-in time indicates when the programme will be finished. It can be set in hourly

increments up to a maximum of 24 hours. Press and hold the  (Finish-in) button until the required number of hours

is shown (h=hour). Select Start/Reload$.

 (Spin speed)

You can change the indicated spin speed. The maximum spin speed which can be selected depends on the selected

programme. If  is selected, the load is held in the rinsing water.

1 Wash: On if wash process is running.

 Rinse: On if rinse process is running.

 Spin: On if spin process is active



if the symbol cflashes

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+ Water tap: Flashing if tap not open or no water supply.

 Door: On if door can be opened.

 Overdosage: On if too much detergent used.

Automatic load detection: Automatically detects the

load size after the water inlet phase and sets the accurate remaining

time. Symbols indicate small, medium and full loads measured*

according to the recommended max. load for the selected

programme.

* Automatic display of the detected load only for washing

programmes with a max. load recommendation > 3.0 kg except for

Rinse, Spin and Drain. Different types of textiles with different water

absorption rates may influence the load display.

kg, e.g. kg*: max. recommended load for selected programme

apage 7, Programme overview

time, e.g

*: remaining time

*: finish-in time defined by user apage 5

: pause

: door can be opened in Pause status

: end of programme

: end of programme with the  setting

: set volume of signals apage 6

: Information on the display apage 10

Removing laundry

 Open the washing machine door and remove the

laundry.

If  (Rinse stop = no final drain/spin) is active: Select

the spin speed or set programme selector to Drain

> or

Spin

.

 Select Start/Reload $.

 Remove any foreign objects as there is a risk of rusting.

Turn off the tap

Switch off

 Set the programme selector to Â Off.

Programmes

Detailed programme overview. apage 7

The temperature and spin speed can be selected

individually, irrespective of the selected programme and

programme progress.

Cottons L

Hardwearing textiles

Easy-Care I Synthetic fibres, easy-care textiles

Mix

Textiles made of cotton and synthetic fibres

Delicate/Silk ß£ Silk and delicate washable textiles

: Wool O

Hand and machine-washable wool or wool-rich

textiles

Spin  Additional spin cycle

Drum Clean . For drum hygiene or fluff removal

Drain > Draining of the water inside the drum

Rinse/Freshen up 2 Extra rinse with spin

Jeans/Dark Wash K Dark textiles

Sportswear $ Sportswear made of microfibre

Shirts 

Programme for Shirts/Blouses

Kidswear E

Textiles for children

Allergy Plus ā

Programme for allergic people and advanced

hygiene

Super 15/30  / 

Extra short programme

Detergent drawer with

compartments I, II, ~

Control panel

Door handle

Drum

Display information, Options, Functions Options, Functions

All buttons are sensitive and a

gentle tap is adequate.

If you press and hold the Option

buttons, the setting options

automatically scroll through.

Select Start/Reload $

Washing

Serviceflap

If the

( symbol lights up or

flashes in the display panel, the

childproof lock is active.

adeactivate, page 6

For additional functions and

option buttons, see the Individual

settings section.

apage 5/6

Programme selector for

switching the machine on

and off and for selecting the

programme. Can be rotated

in either direction.

Read these instructions before switching on the washing

machine.

Also follow the separate installation instructions.

Observe the safety instructions on page 8.

Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model), apage 9

Programme overview (see also the information on page 5, 6)



Programmes °C max. (kg)

Type of laundry

Additional functions; information

CottonsL D - 90

7.5 /5.0 *

Standard washing program for hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen.

Ĉ SpeedPerfect *, ć EcoPerfect, 2 Extra Rinse,

7 Prewash

Allergy Plus ā D - 60

Programme specially designed for allergic people and advanced hygiene, suit-

able for hard-wearing textiles made of cotton or linen.

Kidswear E

D - 40

7.5 /5.0 *

Programme suitable for washing kids wear made of cotton or synthetic tex-

tiles.

Ĉ SpeedPerfect, ć EcoPerfect, 2 Extra Rinse,

7 Prewash;

Wash the clothing inside out.

Jeans/Dark Wash 

3.5

Dark coloured textiles made of cotton or synthetics.

Easy-Care I

D - 60

Textiles made of synthetic materials or blended fabrics.

Ĉ SpeedPerfect, ć EcoPerfect, 2 Extra Rinse,

7 Prewash

Mix

Mixed load consisting of textiles made of cotton and synthetic fibres.

Shirts  D - 60

2.0

Suitable for Shirts/Blouses made of cotton, linen, synthetic fibres or blended

fabrics.

Ĉ SpeedPerfect, ć EcoPerfect, 2 Extra Rinse,

7 Prewash

Delicate/Silk 

D - 40

For delicate, washable textiles, e.g.made of silk, satin, synthetic fibres or

blended fabrics.

Sportswear $ Suitable for sportswear made of microfibre e.g Acrylic, Nylon, Spandex, etc.

: Wool O

Hand and machine-washable wool or wool-rich textiles.

Especially gentle washing programme to prevent shrinkage,

longer programme pauses (textiles rest in detergent solution)

e.g. cashmere, mohair or angora. Also suited for hand washable silk.

Super 15/30  / 

D - 40 2.0/ 3.5 *

Extra short programme approx. 15-30 minutes, suitable for lightly soiled and

small amounts of laundry.

Ĉ SpeedPerfect

*, 2 Extra Rinse

Drum Clean .

D , 40 , 90

Special programme for drum hygiene or fluff removal

90° = antibacterial programme, use no detergent

40° = antibacterial programme, special drum cleaning detergent can be used

D = no antibacterial programme, to remove hair or fluff from the tub.

Spin 

7.5

Extra spin with selectable spin speed.

Ĉ SpeedPerfect

Rinse/Freshen up 2 Extra rinse with spin. 2 Extra Rinse

Drain >

Draining of the water inside the drum, e.g. after rinse stop.

 The programmes are time-controlled for lightly soiled textiles. If textiles are heavily soiled, reduce the load and select additional function, e.g. 7 Prewash.

Programmes without prewash - pour detergent into compartment II; Programmes with prewash - divide detergent between compartments I and II.

* Reduced load for ĈSpeedPerfect option.

For further information and a selection of our products,

go to our website: http://www.bosch-home.com

or contact our after-sales service centres

Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH

Carl -Wery-Str.34

D-81739 Munich/Germany

WAS28461AU 9000857016

9302

Safety instructions

 Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information

enclosed with the washing machine.

 Retain documents for subsequent use.

Risk of electric shock  Never pull out the mains plug by pulling on the power cord.

 Never insert/pull out the mains plug with wet hands.

Risk of death For worn-out appliances:

 Pull out the mains plug.

 Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.

 Destroy the lock on the washing machine door.

This will prevent children from locking themselves in the

appliance and endangering their lives.

Risk of suffocation  Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach

of children.

Risk of poisoning  Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.

Risk of explosion  Items of laundry that are pretreated with cleaning agents that

contain solvents, e.g. stain remover/cleaning solvents, may lead

to an explosion after being loaded into the washing machine.

Rinse items of laundry thoroughly by hand beforehand.

Risk of injury  Washing machine door may become very hot.

 Take care when draining hot detergent solution.

 Do not climb onto the washing machine.

 Do not lean on the washing machine door when it is open.

 Do not touch the drum in case it is still spinning.

 Be careful when opening the detergent drawer while the machine

is in operation.

Consumption values

Programme

Additional

function

Load

Electricity

consumption

Water

Programme

duration

Cottons

20 °C

- 7.5 kg 0.15 kWh 68 l 2:16 h

Cottons

30 °C

- 7.5 kg 0.37 kWh 68 l 2:26 h

Cottons

40 °C

- 7.5 kg 0.83 kWh 68 l 2:26 h

Cottons

60 °C*

ć Eco Perfect

7.5 kg 0.76 kWh 54 l 4:12 h

Cottons

90 °C

- 7.5 kg 2.22 kWh 81 l 2:17 h

Easy-Care  40 °C - 3.5 kg 0.45 kWh 59 l 1:03 h

Mix

40 °C

- 3.5 kg 0.46 kWh 52 l 1:03 h

Delicate/Silk  D

- 2.0 kg 0.01 kWh 29 l 0:39 h

: WoolüO D - 2.0 kg 0.01 kWh 40 l 0:36 h

* Programme setting with maximum spin speed for testing in accordance with AS/NZS 2040.2 and AS/NZS 6400 with cold

water (20

°C

** The values deviate from the indicated values depending on water pressure, hardness, and inlet temperature, ambiente tem-

perature, type, amount and soiling of the laundry, detergent used, fluctuations in the power supply and selected additional

functions.

Important information

Preparing/Protecting the laundry and the machine

 Empty any pockets.

 Check for metal items (paperclips, etc.).

 Wash delicates in a net/bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).

 Fasten zips, do up any buttons.

 Brush sand out of pockets and collars.

 Remove curtain fittings or put curtains in a laundry bag.

Before washing for the first time

Do not load any laundry into the machine. Turn on the tap. Add the following to

compartment II:

 approx. 1 litre water

 detergent (dosage according to the manufacturer's instructions for light soiling and the

appropriate degree of water hardness)

Set the programme selector to Drum Clean .÷40 °C and select Start/Reload $. At the end

of the programme, turn the programme selector to ÂOff.

Laundry with different levels of soiling

Wash new items separately.

Light Do not prewash.

If required, pre-treat stains. Select 7 Prewash option.

Heavy Load less laundry.

If required, pre-treat stains. Select 7 Prewash option.

Soaking Load laundry of the same colour.

Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II according to the manufacturers

instructions. Set

Cottons

L 30 °C programme and select Start/Reload $. After

approx. 10 minutes, select Start/Reload $. After the required soaking time, reselect

Start/Reload $ if the programme is to be continued or change the programme.

Starching

Laundry must not be treated with fabric softener.

Starching is possible in all washing programmes if liquid starch is used. Add starch to the

fabric softener compartment ~ in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

Dyeing/bleaching

Dye in small quantities only. Salt can corrode stainless steel.

Observe the dye manufacturers instructions.

Do not bleach laundry in the washing machine.

Insert for liquid detergent model-dependent

Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent:

 Remove the detergent drawer completely a page 10.

 Slide the insert forwards.

Do not use the insert (slide upwards):

 For gel-type detergents and washing powder,

 For programmes with

7Prewash or  (Finish in) option.

Care

Machine housing, control panel

 Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.

 Do not use any abrasive cloths, scourers or cleaning agents (stainless steel cleaners).

 Immediately remove laundry and cleaning agent residues.

 Do not clean the appliance with a water jet.

Clean the detergent drawer ...

... if it contains detergent or fabric softener residues.

1. Pull out the drawer up to the stop position, press down on the latch on the

insert and remove the drawer completely .

2. Remove insert: Pull the insert upwards using your finger.

3. Clean the detergent dispenser and the insert with water and a brush.

4. Refit the insert and secure it in place (the cylinder should fit over the

guide pin).

5. Insert the detergent drawer.

6. Leave the detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.

Drum

Leave the washing machine door open after washing so that the drum can dry.

Rust stains  use chlorinefree cleaning agent, not steel wool.

Descaling Ensure that there is no laundry in the machine.

This is not necessary if the detergent is dispensed correctly. However, if it is necessary, follow

the instructions provided by the descaler manufacturer. Suitable descaling products can be

purchased from our website or customer service. apage 13

Information on the display



Please close the door immediately due to the rising water level. In the pause

status, and are displayed alternately.



The door is locked for safety reasons (water level and/or temperature are too

high); in the pause status, and are displayed alternately. If you need

to open the door, wait for the temperature to drop or drain the water (e.g. select

Drain > programme).

The door cannot be locked/unlocked due to the high temperature of the door

lock. Wait a moment and try again

Flashing (no water supply):

Tap turned on?

Inlet filter blocked? Clean the filter. apage 11

Supply hose kinked or blocked



Flashing: The washing machine detected the imbalance in the drum and it

cannot be adjusted. To protect the washing machine, the maximum spin speed

cannot be reached. The washing solution will not be removed completely after

spinning.

- Wash small and large items of laundry together.

Clean the drain pump; apage 11

Outlet pipe/drainage hose blocked.

Other displays

Switch off the appliance, wait 5 seconds and switch it back on.

If the display appears again, call the after-sales service apage 13

 Risk of electric shock.

Pull out the mains plug.

 Risk of explosion. No solvents.

 Risk of scalding.

Allow detergent solution to cool down.

 Turn off the tap.

Maintenance

Drain pump blocked

Set programme selector to Â Off, pull out the mains plug.

1. Open service flap.

2. Take the drainage hose out of the holder.

3. Remove sealing cap, allow detergent solution to flow out. Have a suitable

container ready.

Push up the closing cap and place the drain hose back in its holder.

4. Carefully unscrew the pump cover (Caution! residual water).

Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (fan impeller

in the detergent-solution pump must rotate).

5. Reinsert and screw on pump cover. Handle should be vertical.

6. Close the service flap.

To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next

wash: Pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the  Spin or

Drain > programme.

Drainage hose on the siphon blocked

Set programme selector to Â Off, pull out the mains plug.

1. Loosen hose clip, carefully remove drainage hose (Caution! residual

water).

2. Clean drainage hose and siphon spigot.

3. Re-attach drainage hose and secure connection point with hose clip.

Filter blocked in water inlet hose

Risk of electric shock!

Do not immerse Aqua-Stop safety device in water (contains electric valve).

Release water pressure in the supply hose:

1. Turn off the tap!

2. Select any programme (except Rinse/Freshen up «, Spin  or

Drain >).

3. Press  Start/Reload button. Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds.

4. Set programme selector to Â Off. Pull out the mains plug.

Clean the filter:

5. Disconnect the hose from the water tap.

Clean filter with small brush.

and/or for standard and Aqua-Secure models:

remove hose from the rear of the appliance.

Take out filter with pliers and clean.

6. Connect the hose and check for leaks.

What to do if ...

Water is leaking out.  Fit/refit the drainage hose correctly.

 Tighten the screw connection of the supply hose.

There is no water supply.

Detergent is not dispensed.

 Start/Reload $ not selected?

 Water tap not turned on?

 Supply hose filter blocked? Clean the filter. apage 11

 Supply hose kinked or trapped?

Washing machine door cannot be

opened.

 Safety function active. Programme stopped? apage 4

  (Rinse stop = no final drain/spin) selected? apage 6

 Can be opened by emergency release only. apage 13

Programme does not start.  Start/Reload $ or  Finish-in time selected?

 Washing machine door closed?

Detergent solution is not drained.  Clean the drain pump. apage 11

 Clean the waste pipe and/or drainage hose.

Water not visible in the drum.  Not a fault - water below the visible area.

The spin result is not satisfactory.  Wash small and large items of laundry together.

 Selected speed too low? apage 6

The spin cycle performs several

times.

 This is not a fault  the unbalanced load detection

system adjusts the imbalance.

Compartment ~ is not rinsed out

completely.

 Remove the insert. Clean the detergent drawer and

insert. apage 10

Odour forms in the washing

machine.

 Run the Drum Clean . 90 °C programme without

laundry.

 Use standard detergent.

Foam escapes from the detergent

drawer.

 Too much detergent used?

Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with ½ litre of water

and pour this mixture into compartment II in the

detergent drawer.

 Reduce detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.

Excessive noise, vibrations and

"wandering" during the spin cycle.

 Are the appliance's feet fixed?

Secure the appliance's feet. aInstallation instructions,

page 5

 Have the transport bolts been removed?

Remove the transport bolts.

Installation instructions, page 3

Display panel/indicator lamps do

not light up while the appliance is

running.

 Power failure/off? The interrupted programme will

resume once the power returns.

 Circuit breaker tripped? Reset the circuit breaker/

change the fuse.

 If the fault occurs repeatedly, call after-sales service.

The programme sequence is

longer than usual.

 This is not a fault  the unbalanced load detection

system adjusts any imbalance by repeatedly distributing

the laundry.

 Not a fault  the foam detection system is active; it adds

an additional rinse cycle.

There are detergent residues on

the laundry.

 Occasionally, phosphate-free detergents contain water-

insoluble residues.

 Select Rinse/Freshen up 2 or brush the laundry after

washing.

If you cannot correct a fault yourself or a repair is required:

 Turn the programme selector to Â Off and pull the mains plug out of the socket.

 Turn off the tap and call customer service. apage 13

Emergency release e.g. in the event of power failure

The interrupted programme will resume once the power returns.

However, if the laundry has to be removed, the washing

machine door can be opened as follows:

Risk of scalding.

The detergent solution and laundry may be hot.

If possible, leave it to cool down.

Do not reach into the drum if it is still rotating.

Do not open the washing machine door if water can be seen

through the glass.

 Set the programme selector to ÂOff and disconnect the mains plug.

 Drain the detergent solution. apage 11

 Pull the emergency release with a tool and release it. The washing

machine door can then be opened.

Customer service

If you cannot rectify the fault yourself apage 12: What to do if ..., please contact our

customer service. We will always find a suitable solution and will avoid a visit from a service

technician wherever possible.

The contact details for all countries can be found in the enclosed customer service directory.

Please provide the after-sales service team with the product number (E-Nr.) and the

production number (FD) for the appliance.

Product number Production number

You will find the identification plate containing

this information on the frame of the open door,

and on the rating plate on the back of the

appliance.

Rely on the professionalism of the manufacturer. Please contact us.

This will ensure that the repair is carried out by trained service technicians who arrive

equipped with genuine spare parts for your appliance.

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Correct installation according to

separate installation instructions.

Check the machine

 Never switch on a damaged machine.

 Inform your after-sales service.

Insert the mains plug

With dry hands only.

Only hold the plug by the plug

body.

Turn on the tap

To achieve the labeling comsumption

values, two cycles of CottonsL 90 °C

programme without laundry are required

to be run at initial setup.

Note: This operation only needs to be

completed once.

Compartment II: Detergent for the main wash, water softener,

bleacher, stain remover

Your washing machine

Congratulations  You have opted for a modern, high-quality

domestic appliance manufactured by BOSCH. The washing machine

is distinguished by its economical use of water and energy.

Every appliance that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly

to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.

For further information about products, accessories, spare parts and

services, visit our website: www.bosch-home.com or contact our after-

sales service centres.

Environmentally friendly waste disposal

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